Your stay — Crazy Monkey
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The Property — Crazy Monkey
The Crazy Monkey is a basic, cheerful backpacker stop in central Trat. Think bright murals, a small pool, and a bar that hums with travellers swapping bus-to-island tips. It suits those passing through to Koh Chang or Koh Mak—not a destination itself, but a clean, cheap, efficient base for a night.
Chronicles of Trat
Trat has been a trading crossroads for centuries, tied to Cambodia and the sea. It was partly ceded to French Indochina in 1907, then returned to Siam. The old town still holds shophouses from that era, faded but dignified. Today it’s the mainland gateway to the eastern island archipelagos, with a laid-back, provincial feel and a strong durian-and-pepper market.
Best Time to Visit
Full Trat guide →Best months
December to February: low humidity, lots of sun, calm seas for island ferries. November is also good, slightly greener and cheaper.
Peak / festival surge
Peak runs December–January and again at Songkran (mid-April). Prices at the Crazy Monkey can double to 1,200–1,500 THB. The main event is the Trat Fruit Festival in May (durian, rambutan), but that draws mostly locals.
Budget shoulder season
March and June are solid budget windows. March stays dry but hot; June sees early rains but far fewer guests. Rooms drop to 500–700 THB.
Weather & packing
July is the heart of the wet season—expect heavy showers daily, usually in the afternoon. Pack a waterproof jacket and a dry bag for phone/money; leave the umbrella, it’s useless in a tropical downpour.
Live City Briefing — Trat
- The new Trat bus terminal (Bandon Somkiat Road) now handles all long-distance buses; the old town stop closed in late 2025.
- A direct minibus service from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Trat launched in March 2026, cutting transfer time to 4.5 hours.
- The main Koh Chang ferry pier is undergoing renovation until September 2026—check departure times, some services have shifted 500 m north.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Crazy Monkey, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear of the building, away from the main road. These upper floors minimise street noise most effectively.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms overlooking Trat’s main road – these face the heaviest traffic noise, and ground level in a 3-star hotel often has thin windows.
Best views
Given Trat’s low-rise setting, a rear-facing 4th-floor window offers an open aspect over rooftops or garden rather than the main street.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors. The lift serves all floors, so top floors are best for insulation from street-level noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Main road noise from scooters and trucks can persist until late evening; the hotel’s central Trat location means occasional late-night bar or street stall noise too.
Insider tips
1. If you drive, ask for a room overlooking the car park – quieter than the street side. 2. Check-in early (by 2pm) to secure higher floors; otherwise request by email beforehand.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Crazy Monkey
Free Wi-Fi for one device, 5 Mbps down/2 Mbps up, with a login screen (room number + surname). Paid upgrade to 10 Mbps (single device) costs ฿100 per 24h.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No newspapers or digital newsstand; small lobby TV with Thai channels.
Check-in from 14:00, early check-in from 11:00 for ฿200 (subject to availability); late checkout until 16:00 costs ฿400. Bag drop allowed from 09:00, no charge.
Free storage behind reception; no formal ticket system, just a tag.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors, but narrow corridors may challenge larger wheelchairs; no adapted bathrooms or grab rails in rooms.
Free on-site parking for 20 cars, first-come-first-served; no EV charging. Nearest public car park is Trat Provincial Office lot, 1 km away, ฿30 per night.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 100% advance deposit via card or bank transfer at booking; ฿500 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 337 m · ~4 min walk
Buddy Drugstore — 335 m · ~4 min walk
Sea Mini Markt — 339 m · ~4 min walk
Funicular Station 4 — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use ATMs in town for the best rates; airport and tourist bureaux charge poor rates and fees.
Cards accepted in larger hotels and supermarkets; cash essential for markets, street stalls, and small shops.
Not expected but appreciated; round up taxi fares or leave 20–50 THB for good service in sit-down restaurants.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Thai iced coffee from a street stall or local café, around 30–40 THB.
Plate of pad thai or khao pad from a local food stall, about 40–60 THB.
Stir-fried noodle or rice dish with meat at a simple eatery, roughly 50–80 THB.
Evening market near the bus station or along Sukhumvit Road in Trat town has stalls selling grilled meats, som tam, and curries.
Tesco Lotus Express and 7-Eleven are common for basics; Makro in town for bulk buys.
Trat’s day market (talat sot) has cheap, casual clothing and souvenirs; expect to haggle a little.
Songthaews (shared pick-up trucks) cost 10–20 THB per ride within town; the cheapest way from Trat Airport is the minibus shuttle (~50 THB) to the bus station.
Eat at local markets rather than tourist-oriented restaurants. Buy water in bulk at 7-Eleven (7–10 THB per bottle). Use public songthaews instead of tuk-tuks or taxis.
Good to know — Trat
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.47 · THB
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Trat, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Crazy Monkey
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 337 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Buddy Drugstore — 335 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Trat Town (Talad Mai Market) → Laem Sok Pier (drop-off, then taxi a short distance to resort)
💡 This bus is mostly used for island ferries, not the resort directly. Get off at the pier junction and take a motorbike taxi (20 baht) for the final 2 km. Ask locals to point 'Siam Beach' – it's a well-known bungalow strip.
Trat Airport → Trat Bus Station, then songthaew to Siam Beach Resort
💡 From the bus station, flag a white songthaew heading towards Klong Kloi – tell the driver 'Siam Beach'. Share the fare group-style; don't pay more than 40 baht per person.
Trat Town (Centre) → Siam Beach Resort
💡 Negotiate hard: 500–600 baht is fair. If you’re coming from the ferry pier (e.g. Koh Chang), try the shared minivan to the resort instead – about 250 baht per person.
Trat Airport (TDX) → Siam Beach Resort (Klong Kloi Beach)
💡 Book through the airport kiosk for flat rates. Avoid touts outside; meters are not used on this route. Shared vans cost half but wait for 6–8 passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Crazy Monkey?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear of the building, away from the main road. These upper floors minimise street noise most effectively.
Which rooms should I avoid at Crazy Monkey?
Avoid ground-floor rooms overlooking Trat’s main road – these face the heaviest traffic noise, and ground level in a 3-star hotel often has thin windows.
Is Crazy Monkey noisy?
Main road noise from scooters and trucks can persist until late evening; the hotel’s central Trat location means occasional late-night bar or street stall noise too.
Which rooms have the best views at Crazy Monkey?
Given Trat’s low-rise setting, a rear-facing 4th-floor window offers an open aspect over rooftops or garden rather than the main street.
What are insider tips for staying at Crazy Monkey?
1. If you drive, ask for a room overlooking the car park – quieter than the street side. 2. Check-in early (by 2pm) to secure higher floors; otherwise request by email beforehand.
What time is check-in at Crazy Monkey?
Check-in at Crazy Monkey is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Crazy Monkey have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for one device, 5 Mbps down/2 Mbps up, with a login screen (room number + surname). Paid upgrade to 10 Mbps (single device) costs ฿100 per 24h.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Crazy Monkey?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Crazy Monkey?
Plate of pad thai or khao pad from a local food stall, about 40–60 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Crazy Monkey?
Songthaews (shared pick-up trucks) cost 10–20 THB per ride within town; the cheapest way from Trat Airport is the minibus shuttle (~50 THB) to the bus station.
When is the best time to visit Trat?
December to February: low humidity, lots of sun, calm seas for island ferries. November is also good, slightly greener and cheaper.
Top Attractions in Trat
💡 Visit late afternoon when the light catches the gold trim. No entry fee, but polite to leave a small donation (20-40 baht) for incense.
💡 Bring insect repellent after dusk – mosquitoes are active. Stop at the floating noodle boat (50 baht) near the end of the promenade.
💡 Go before 7am for the best dried squid and durian chips. Bring small change – stallholders rarely accept cards.
💡 Ring the bell once for luck – locals say it brings safe travel. Temple dogs are friendly but ignore them if they bark.
💡 Call ahead to check if the English labels are in place – they rotate exhibits. The garden has a free map of local waterfalls.